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The Waterfront - Close to shops, club, boat ramp!

Gwandalan vacation home with balcony

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A modern living room with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a dining area with chairs and a table.
A bedroom with a bed, a ceiling fan, a window with a view of the sea, and a framed picture on the wall.
A two-story house with a balcony, large windows, and a well-maintained lawn.
A grassy area with trees and a body of water with boats.
A modern interior with a dining area, a sofa, a TV, and a kitchen area.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Lake view

Explore the area

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Gwandalan, New South Wales
  • Place, Lake Macquarie
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake Macquarie State Conservation Area
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Newcastle Beach
    ‪56 min drive‬
  • Airport, Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown)
    ‪71 min drive‬

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About the area

Gwandalan

On lake.Within a 10-minute walk of the vacation home, you'll find Lake Macquarie and Lake Macquarie State Conservation Area. Lake Munmorah is within 6 miles (10 km) and Palm Tree Circuit Track Trailhead is within 9 miles (15 km).
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What's nearby

  • Lake Macquarie - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Lake Macquarie State Conservation Area - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Terrigal Beach - 46 min drive - 63.6 km
  • University of Newcastle - 52 min drive - 57.5 km
  • Newcastle Beach - 56 min drive - 58.2 km

Getting around

  • Wyee Station - 19 min drive
  • Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) - 68 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Nords Wharf Trading Post - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Caves Beachside Hotel - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Matt’s Diner - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Munmorah United Bowling Club - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Bay Hotel Motel - ‬30 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Waterfront - Close to shops, club, boat ramp!

Welcome to The Waterfront in Gwandalan!

We are 400-600m walking distance to the local shops, bowling club, boat ramp, picnic/BBQ area & more. This truly is a home away from home and is the perfect setting to spend a few days or weeks simply relaxing, sailing, skiing, swimming, paddling, boating and fishing.

The bottom level of this home consists of 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms & the laundry. The king bedroom downstairs has access to a 2way entrance bathroom also with access out to the reserve, the two other bedrooms downstairs also have sliding door access to the waterfront reserve. The laundry is provided with a washing machine and dryer for guest to use. It is BYO bed linens and towels.

Upstairs you will find ample living space, as there is two lounge seating areas with comfy lounges along with a dining area, kitchen and the 4th bedroom. Upstairs there is also a powder room.

There is a functional kitchen with oven, microwave, dishwasher and fridge along with all crockery, cutlery & necessary kitchen items. There's a selection of essentials such as tea, coffee and sugar.

The Waterfront is well equipped for a couples getaway or small family groups. The home features open plan living area which flows on to the balcony with magnificent lake views. As the bedrooms and bathrooms are located in separate wings of the house, this is perfect if you're seeking privacy or a haven away from the heart of the home.

Please Note; ALL BED Sheets & Bath Towels ARE BYO.

Bed 1 - King with ensuite (downstairs)

Bed 2 - Queen bed (downstairs)

Bed 3 - 2x King Single beds (downstairs)

Bed 4 - 2x Single beds (upstairs)

Bathrooms have a limited supply of hand soap and toilet paper.

Please note: The garage is not included

Book your next weekend escape with us today.

Important message for guests organising events.

We have a strict no party or events policy. It is in a quiet neighbourhood, so any type of events such as hens/bucks/schoolies/end of season sporting groups/birthday party celebration are not allowed. If you are unsure if your group falls into any of these categories please enquire before booking. We can easily determine if the house rule of “No parties or events” is disrespected, and this means additional charges, bond forfeited and/or eviction will apply.

Please Note: All bookings are subject to the owners pre-approval and we endeavour to notify you of the status of your booking within 24hrs.

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Property amenities

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number PID-STRA-18906

Property is also known as

The Waterfront Gwandalan
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The Waterfront - Gwandalan Gwandalan
The Waterfront - Gwandalan Private vacation home
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Frequently asked questions

How close is The Waterfront - Close to shops, club, boat ramp! to the airport?

This vacation home is 41.4 mi (68-min drive) away from the Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does The Waterfront - Close to shops, club, boat ramp! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is The Waterfront - Close to shops, club, boat ramp! to the beach?

This vacation home is 7.2 mi (16-min drive) from Frazer Beach and 7.3 mi (13-min drive) from Catherine Hill Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Waterfront - Close to shops, club, boat ramp! offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Waterfront - Close to shops, club, boat ramp!?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at The Waterfront - Close to shops, club, boat ramp!?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Waterfront - Close to shops, club, boat ramp!?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does The Waterfront - Close to shops, club, boat ramp! have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does The Waterfront - Close to shops, club, boat ramp! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is The Waterfront - Close to shops, club, boat ramp! to downtown Gwandalan?

This vacation home is 0.9 mi away from Gwandalan.

The Waterfront - Close to shops, club, boat ramp! Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 29 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 29 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 29 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 29 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 29 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael Q.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great communication, easy check in, great location close to everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Michael Q.

On the lake.

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great position, easy check in and out. Plenty of room for the whole family.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Isabel O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A great holiday

a beautiful home very comftable .
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Damien H.

Fishing trip at the waterfront

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Annual fishing trip with friends
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Savorn c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful view waterfront

Nice place to relax with family and family. Beautiful view waterfront love it when sunrise, sunset.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Isabel O.

Our family holiday

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: So so good we loved it
Verified

10/10 Excellent

daniel d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

highly recommend

nice house，nice view，
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A perfect family location

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This lovely, lakeside location was perfect for our family of seven for a weeks getaway - room enough for everyone to have their own space, comfortable beds, a great living area and fully equipped kitchen, large balcony, and the best part - the "backyard" that ran unobstructed down to the lakefront. The booking, self check-in and out process was seamless, my few questions were answered promptly by the managing agents, it was just a good experience overall. I would highly recommend this holiday home and destination if you truly want to relax in beautiful, waterside surrounds.
Verified

6/10 Okay

Mary M.

Liked: Cleanliness, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

gwandalan

the house was ok, but the add for the house said first up, that it was airconditioned, but it wasn't, there was a little air con in one of the downstairs bedrooms but it only put out hot air, it was 39 deg the first day and i had my 80 year old mother with us, who was feeling the heat. the add specifically said on the website, airconditioning, we double checked the add, other than that we enjoyed the stay, when it cooled down, thankfully it did stay cooler.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Mike M.

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Communication

Dissappointed

Management was difficult to contact. The terms and conditions that we were required to initial clauses and sign wss more akin to a one sided contract. It dictated what was required of us including what our obligations were but there was NOTHING regarding the management's responsibilties. We had not hot water on arrival and electricity went off when we had hesters on. There was also no Wifi.
Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2024
From a partner site

4/10 Poor

Ramesh R.

Family birthday celebration

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was somewhat dirty. I was more than happy with the location. I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The location was great with an amazing view of the lake and sunrise. Close to small supermarket, bakery, bottle shop and the club which was convenient, and we had some lovely walks and enjoyed fishing. Unfortunately, it wasn't as clean as one would expect with dirt and cobwebs on windowsill, furniture and soft furnishings were old and needed a good clean and/or repair and cutlery drawer had dirty spoons, with some utensils needing replacing as they were so old and broken. The shower screen had grime around the bottom edge. Door in one of the bathrooms wouldn't close properly, most door locks were old and kept getting stuck, doors difficult to slide and close and fans in the bedrooms were old and made a terrible noise.You also had to bring your own linen and towels which left little space in the car for clothes and essentials however, we knew that (something to reconsider next time we select a holiday home). All aside we did enjoy our stay, however the property really needs some TLC.RR Sydney
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Yury K.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Good location; neglected and run down house.

We came home with mixed feelings about this stay. On the positive side the location was totally amazing - the views, the nature and the neighbourhood were as good as they could be. On the other hand the house itself was very disappointing. It is in general very old and in a dire need of an urgent and substantial renovation. The cleaners also need to do a much better job. 1. There was rubbish in both queen bedrooms. A half-empty bottle of water in one and some filthy used tissues under the bed in the other 2. The fly-screen door in the entrance is hanging only by a bottom hinge, the top one is broken. 3. The shower head in the main downstairs bathroom is not staying upright 4. Both downstairs bathrooms have very old and shaky toilet seats 5. Most bedrooms and especially mattresses have a strong smell of mold 6. Fly screens in the lounge room are all ripped and shredded. They are not only unable to stop any insects, but also make the whole room look like a war zone. 7. Many stone tiles on the balcony are broken and just lie around making it dangerous to walk there. 8. There are no 2 identical glasses in the kitchen and only one knife 9. Ceiling fans in bedrooms are VERY dirty and rusty. They hang right above beds and look so menacing that it takes some time to convince yourself that they will not fall on your head in your sleep. 10. Sofas and armchairs in the lounge room are very old and smelly 11. There is a big plastic table on the balcony, but has anyone ever cleaned it? It was all dusty and sticky. 12. No shampoo/conditioner/body wash in the showers. 13. No hair dryers 14. The fact that you do not provide bed sheets is indeed mentioned in the property description, but this is VERY inconvenient. Actually we discovered that only after booking the place. When you charge a premium rate you should provide adequate amenities. Overall, I would highly recommend you to remove this listing and give the house a very good facelift before it could be accepted as lettable again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Bruce E.

Gwandelan Retreat

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Excellent
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Ronya N.

Amazing place, you won't be disappointed.

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We booked for a group of friends to get away. EVEverything went well. The booking was smooth and all our questions where answered. The house is very clean, spacious and comfortable. The verandah looks right over the water it is very calming. We will be back again. Thanks
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Bruce E.

88Gamban Review

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Excellent
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kirti S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful location, quiet and peaceful with stunning waterview

the property is very spacious and was very clean, we found it better than the pictures and some reviews. Very happy with our stay and would recommend highly looking for a peaceful stay with stunning lake view.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location

Property as described and had an awesome time
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gail G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Week at Gwandalan

Lovely roomy property well equipped. Peaceful and relaxing
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joanne C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house and location

Lovely house with open plan, amazing views and had everything we needed. Plenty of crockery, but nothing matching, a fresh set would be nicer. Close to mini supermarket, bakery and bowling club for meals. Right on the waterfront which was great for kayaking and canoeing. Really enjoyed our stay. - Joanne
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Arash H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A nice lake house

The location and the view were perfect. The house was clean yet, the bedding was old and not very clean. The kitchen was equipped decently. In general, it was a very pleasant stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Jane M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gorgeous lake views

Spacious and comfortable with lovely views from most rooms. Nice big verandah for BBQs and enjoying the peaceful environment. Great size for our extended family with plenty of room. Was a very hot weekend so Air Con would have been appreciated but at least most bedrooms had ceiling fans. We brought a spare fan for the bedroom without a ceiling fan. Enjoyed sitting down by the water and walking lakeside. Lots of birds around and the children loved the garden next door with bird feeding as well as lots of animal statues to look at. Close to local shops. We would love to stay here again as we really enjoyed it here.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brendon M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house for many people

Highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021
Verified

6/10 Okay

Jennifer H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

OUR STAY

THIS PROPERTY WAS IN A PERFECT POSTION FOR OUR HOLIDAY. THE VIEW FROM THE BALCONY WAS AMAZING NEARLY EVERY NIGHT. WE DINED AT THE CLUB WHICH REALLY IS A 2 MINUTE WALK, AND THE FOOD WAS BEAUTIFUL AS WAS TH SERVICE AND SHOPPED AT THE LITTLE SHOPS WHICH HAS EVERYTHING WE REQUIRED. THE COOKING FACILTIES ARE GREAT AS ARE THE SHOWERS. THE CROCKERY COULD BE REPLENISHED THOUGH, WE FOUND IT TO BE LACKING SOME NUMBERS NO WIFI BUT HEY THAT DIDNT HURT US.
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

John M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family opinion

Great view and cleanliness of the house was very good. Proximity to shops, club and boat ramp is great. Needs new cutlery with sharp knives and a matching dinner set would be good. A new set of coffee mugs would also help. Supply of teatowels, dishwashing tabs and liquid and other necessities was also appreciated. We had a most enjoyable weekend and didn't want to leave. We will return. John
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Martin F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location. Lovely house

Very enjoyable and relaxing. Walking distance to the club and shops.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2021